Practical Photography Tips Blog

Mar 12, Star trails

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 02:21:54 GMT

Dear Alan How can I , with long exposures, prevent my night shots from turning up with an orange hue. I've tried different white balance settings. Do

Feb 20, When I attach a 4x magnifier to my 75-300 lens it won"t focus on anything.

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 14:31:41 GMT

When I attach a 4x magnifier to my 75-300 lens, it won't focus on anything, even a mile away. Answer: The reason your lens will not focus correctly is

Jan 17, Sony DSC-HX100V Quick Review

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 21:18:36 GMT

Sony DSC-HX100V...the latest in super zoom digital cameras from Sony!

Jan 14, What is a UV / Haze filter and how does it help improve the image quality?

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 03:45:03 GMT

What is a UV / Haze filter and how does it help improve the image quality? Answer: A UV filter is simply a filter designed to filter out some of the

Jan 14, How do I set my Canon Powershot a4000 is to take good action/sport pictures?

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 03:06:47 GMT

How do I set my Canon Powershot A4000 is to take good action/sport pictures? Answer: The Canon Powershot A4000 is what is known as a point and shoot

Jan 14, Photo quality

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 02:40:52 GMT

When I pull up my digital pictures sometime I get a partial picture or a blank grey picture. Why? Answer: Sara, Without seeing an example along with

Dec 13, Digital Camera Buying Guide

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 03:38:05 GMT

Your digital camera buying guide...helping you find the best digital camera to meet your needs and fit your budget.

Dec 10, How can I get great action shots without a lens suited for the purpose?

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 03:25:03 GMT

How can I get great action shots without a lens suited for the purpose? Answer: Katie, without knowing what type of camera and lens you have it is hard

Dec 10, How can I improve this photo taken with my Nikon P500?

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 02:55:04 GMT

Dear sir, I used a Nikon P500 camera to take this photo. It was taken during a dancing program and the picture is blurred. How can I take this type of

Aug 20, Question about multipurpose zoom lenses.

Mon, 20 Aug 2012 01:19:02 GMT

Hey Alan, I have another question for you. What is your opinion on multipurpose zoom lenses such as an 18-250 Sony or Sigma lens for an Alpha 65 or 77?

Aug 18, Question on Sony Alpha series

Sat, 18 Aug 2012 02:46:17 GMT

Hey Alan, do you have any thoughts positive or negative on the Sony Alpha A65 and A77 camera's vs Canon or Nikon? Also what are your thoughts on sigma

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Sat, 02 Jun 2012 03:14:40 GMT

Apr 15, Digital Wildlife Photography Tips

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 22:10:49 GMT

10 tips to improve your digital wildlife photography skills.

Mar 25, Lens protection for my camera

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 04:25:23 GMT

Can you recommend a filter for protecting my Panasonic DMC-FZ150 lens? I just want protection; I'm not really looking for any filter effects. I'm having

Mar 14, How do I get rid of the white shadow effect in some HDR shots of old buildings?

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 22:13:47 GMT

How do I get rid of the white shadow effect in some HDR shots of old buildings? Answer: The answer to your question depends on what type of software

Mar 14, Can we get “Bokeh” pictures from point and shoot camera, such as a Sony DSC-HX100v?

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 01:28:48 GMT

Can we get “Bokeh” pictures from point and shoot camera, such as a Sony DSC-HX100v? Answer: Yes with proper technique and the right settings you can

Mar 13, Best camera for sports photography (and holiday snaps) under £800

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:06:38 GMT

I was wondering if you could please help me on making a decision as to which camera would be best for me. At present, I have the Canon SX30 bridge camera

Mar 12, SPORT PHOTO'S

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 23:33:24 GMT

I have the Nikon D3100 with the 200 lens that I received with my camera when I bought it. I love taking photos of my sons—both play rugby—one is playing

Mar 3, Sports Photography Question

Sat, 03 Mar 2012 18:21:29 GMT

I have a Sony A55. What are the best settings to use for outdoor/evening sports photography under tungsten lighting? When I use the sports mode it is

Mar 3, Help!!'

Sat, 03 Mar 2012 17:34:35 GMT

Hello! What a great website. It is really informative without being scary! I'm looking to buy a super zoom and have spent days and days looking around

Jan 7, http://www.travelingphotographer.com/

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 00:44:48 GMT

Bruce Lovelace, also known as The Traveling Photographer is a professional photographer located in New Jersey. With over 30 years experience specializing

Dec 21, Easy Canvas Prints

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 04:46:34 GMT

Easy Canvas Prints. The simple way to turn your photo into a work of art.

Dec 3, Digital Camera Comparison: Basic Digital Camera Information Covering The Types of Digital Cameras Available Today.

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 06:30:09 GMT

A brief digital camera comparison covering digital cameras from small camera phones to the professional DSLR.

Nov 25, Can the Sony HX100v be used by beginners for selling images on stock sites?

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 00:24:13 GMT

Can the Sony HX100v be used by beginners for selling images on stock sites? Does the Sony HX100v have the capabilities of taking professional like photographs?

Nov 20, HDR Photography

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 04:39:33 GMT

HDR Photography Understanding High Dynamic Range Photography and How to Create Stunning HDR Images.

Nov 15, Adobe Announces 50% off of Lightroom 3 until November 19th.

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 23:16:26 GMT

Nov 11, AcdSee Pro 4 Photo Management Software Review

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 23:35:52 GMT

ACDSee Pro 4 is a powerful and easy to use photo managment software designed to speed up your digital workflow process.

Oct 31, Smartfish Ergonomic Mouse Review

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 03:13:15 GMT

The Smartfish Ergonomic Mouse...finally a better mouse has been made!

Oct 29, Sony SLT-A77 Review

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 21:31:26 GMT

Sony SLT-A77...Could this be the best APS-C Camera Yet?

Oct 15, How can I take pictures while sitting in the stands when there is a fence, without letting the fence spoil the image?

Sat, 15 Oct 2011 16:21:20 GMT

I will be using my Sony HX100V at a high zoom setting and my F-stop will be 5 or above. Thank You! Answer: Unfortunately there is no magic fix or easy

Oct 15, Can you add a fisheye lens to the Nikon P500 and does that camera have a manual focus option?

Sat, 15 Oct 2011 05:21:49 GMT

The Nikon Coolpix P500 looks like a great camera to suit my needs. However I wanted to know if you can add different lenses such as a fish eye? And also

Oct 14, What does it mean when a camera indicates 4 mega pixels or 8 mega pixels?

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 03:17:04 GMT

Please tell me the answer before Friday, October 14th. -I am 11 years old!!!!! Elise Answer: Elise The number of megapixels a digital camera has is

Oct 11, Adobe Announces 50% off of Lightroom 3, October 11th Only!

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 16:43:10 GMT

Adobe is having a one day only sale on Lightroom 3! Today, October 11, 2011 you can get Lightroom for half price. This would make a great gift for a photographer or be a great time to save on one of the best photo editing and organizing software programs on the market. Today only - Get 50% off Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 3. Offer ends October 11, 2011.

Oct 4, Adobe Announces 20% Sale on Upgrades to CS5.5 Versions of its Software!

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 01:55:57 GMT

Adobe has just announced a 20% sale when upgrading to the CS5 version of your favorite Adobe software. Photoshop CS5.5 has some excellent new features so if you have not already upgraded now is the time to take advantage of a great price. Some of the newer features include Content Aware Fill that allows you to easily delete an unwanted object from your photo and Content Aware Scaling that allows you to change the image dimensions without distorting key elements, such as people, etc. It also features improved selection tools to make masking complex objects easier. Upgrade and save 20%. Ends 23 Nov.

Sep 28, Sony Alpha SLT-A77 Now In Stock!

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 00:54:43 GMT

DigitalRev.com, the online camera superstore now has the amazing Sony SLT-A77 Camera in stock! This latest "Translucent Mirror" Sony camera features a 24.3 megapixel, APS-C image sensor and is able to capture up to 12 frames per second, making it the fastest camera on the market to date. Already receiving high marks from reviewers the Sony SLT-A77 has been called the "King of the APS-C DSLR's" by Popular Photography Magazine. DigitalRev.com has the Sony SLT-A77 In Stock Now! The A77 with 24.3 Megapixels, 12fps, 19-point AF system, and much more!

Sep 18, Canon Powershot SX30 IS Quick Review

Sun, 18 Sep 2011 04:13:53 GMT

Canon Powershot SX30 IS...With its 35X Optical Zoom is this the King of the Super Zoom Cameras?

Sep 17, Nikon Coolpix S9100 Quick Review

Sat, 17 Sep 2011 19:59:17 GMT

Nikon Coolpix S9100...a compact point and shoot camera on steroids

Sep 16, Best Digital Photography Magazines

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 14:56:03 GMT

Looking for the best digital photography magazines?...Here are reviews of some great photography magazines.

Sep 16, Backyard Bird Photography...Photography Fun Close To Home!

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 14:38:50 GMT

Backyard bird photography tips and resources.

Sep 14, How Can I add a clear filter to my Sony DSC-HX100V?

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 03:43:05 GMT

I am looking to put a clear filter on to protect the lens, but I can’t find the size or length to get. Please help! Answer: The reason you cannot find

Sep 13, Best Buy Announces a Special Midnight Sale!

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 20:24:45 GMT

BestBuy.com has just announced a new Midnight Sale, beginning tonight at midnight EST until 8 a.m. EST Wednesday (9/14) morning. This special sales event will feature great deals on computers, home theater, gaming, and more! But hurry, these online-only sale prices will be available for a short period of time, while supplies last! Midnight Sale, Online Only, Starts Midnight Through 8 a.m. EST on Wednesday (9/14).

Sep 8, Question about lens adapters

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 05:11:03 GMT

Hey, I am Luigi, I am just planning to buy a Sony DSC-HX100V camera. I saw some sellers having lens adapters for this, and other non-interchangeable

Sep 8, Question about Sony DSC-HX100V

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 05:10:34 GMT

I have a question about the 10 fps burst mode on the Sony DSC-HX100V. Are you able to see the subject you are shooting if it is moving and be able to pan

Sep 8, Can I add filters to a Sony DSC-HX100V?

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 05:01:59 GMT

Can I add filters and rings to a Sony DSC-HX100V and is the camera good for shooting Formula 1 racing pictures? Also how is the print quality of this camera?

Sep 7, Canon SX30IS or Sony HX100V

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 05:20:42 GMT

I am stuck trying to decide the Canon SX30IS and the Sony DSC-HX100V. Please give me your suggestion as to which you would recommend for me, including

Sep 2, ACDSee End of Summer Sale...Save 60%...Get ACDSee Pro 4.0 for only $95.99

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 01:41:41 GMT

Are you looking for a great photo editing and organizing program? If so now is a great time to buy ACDSee Pro 4.0. They have just announced an end of summer sale where you can get this amazing program for 60% off the retail price. If you are not familiar with ACDSee Pro 4.0 check out my in depth review and see why I choose this software to be my preferred digital asset management program. If you like saving money and are looking for a great photo organizing and editing program don't wait as this is a limited time sale.

Aug 30, What Has Happened to Viewfinders?

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 04:29:40 GMT

I LOVE these ultra-zooms . . . but what has happened to the viewfinders?? These long lenses are just about perfect for wildlife photography EXCEPT it's

Aug 28, What do you think about the Nikon S9100 for a beginning photographer?

Sun, 28 Aug 2011 01:57:04 GMT

What do you think about the Nikon S9100? I’m a beginner photographer and the digital one is a challenge. Answer: The Nikon S9100 would be a good choice

Aug 26, Resolution

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 04:23:53 GMT

Hi In auto mode I am getting pictures of only 72 resolution. I need a minimum of 300. How do I set that on a Sony DSC-HX100V? Answer: I believe you

Aug 18, Making Light...An Introduction to Off Camera Flash

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 02:45:04 GMT

Craft and Vision has just released their latest of their great line of E-Books. This newest E-Book is all about using off-camera flash to improve your photography. The 63 page E-Book comes as a PDF file and is a great value priced at only $5.00. Written by Piet Van Den Eynde, Making Light...An Introduction to Off-Camera Flash contains nine well written chapters full of great information for anyone interested in learning to use a single, off-camera, wireless flash to take amazing photographs. The author begins with a basic introduction of off-camera flash as well as some basic principles of light and flash photography before going into different setups and examples of using wireless, off camera flash to dramatically improve your photos. The book is full of photos and instructions and is an amazing value at only $5.00. Or for an even better deal you can use the code LIGHT4 now through August 21 and get the book for only $4.00 or bundle up and save even more with the code LIGHT20 and get 20% 5 or more Craft and Vision E-books. Craft and Vision is well known for their well written and affordable photography E-Books and this latest one is probably my favorite one of all. Click here to visit Craft And Vision.